Mas de Garrigue

The Mas de Garrigue is a very nice property operated by a pleasant couple from Ireland. It makes a great base for a multi-day visit to the region. That said, I would note that the table d'hotes could have been much better. We were placed in a covered area outside during a particularly hot evening. There was not moving air and the space was full of flies. Flies in our drinks, flies in the dessert, etc. There was room for the six us to eat in the dining room of the house but for some reason this was not offered. Ditto for breakfast the following morning.

I don't usually post reviews - there's generally something slightly not right, however this place seems to have everything just right. It's in a stunningly beautiful setting, so quiet and peaceful, I slept so well! The house is quirky and full of character, my room and bathroom were delightful, breakfast was delicious, Sarah and Steve were friendly and relaxed. It was a great base for visiting the local medieval villages in the Lot and Célé valleys, I'll definitely go back.

Had the most glorious stay at this stunning treasure of a holiday getaway. From the moment we arrived it was truly relaxing and peaceful. The room was luxurious and uniquely styled. There were so many beautiful places to visit, a step back in time. The location is stunning. Second time we visited and will be returning.

I stayed for 3 nights and would have loved to have stayed more. What a wonderful place- so comfortable and relaxing. The views are fabulous and Sarah and Steve are great hosts and give you lots of information about local places to visit. Also great for walking! Highly recommended.

This is the most magical place. It made me smile and gaze around in wonder throughout my stay. Luxurious, comfortable, incredibly beautiful: I could single out the gorgeous, heavy linen curtains (all handmade by our host, Sarah), the huge, comfortable bed with beautiful soft Egyptian cotton sheets, the spacious bathroom, the ancient beams and stonework, the sunshine flooding the room, the far-reaching views.... the windows!! - ranging from large casements in the bedroom, admitting scented country air and birdsong, to quirky little tiny squares tucked away in the deep walls of the toilet and the shower! Sarah and Steve were the best hosts, so welcoming, and full of helpful advice (we were on a house-hunting expedition). Before we arrived, Sarah kindly offered to book us a restaurant for our first night, which was a big help. Breakfast was delicious, especially the chilled, freshly squeezed orange juice, natural yoghurt and homemade jams. I will be recommending this stunning place to all my friends and family. I hope we can return before long. Thank you Sarah and Steve!

My husband and I were pleased to have experienced this lovely get away weekend. Sarah and her husband were welcoming and kind. The room we stayed in was impeccable so was the swimming pool and everything else. We highly recommend this beautiful and relaxing place.

Sarah and Steve run a wonderful guesthouse in beautiful tranquil surroundings. The house is tastefully restored and absolutely immaculate. The pool is just the right size for a mid afternoon dip to cool down after a trip out to the beautiful local villages and sights. Sarah is a super chef - the breakfasts are spot on and we had two delicious dinners during our week there. But most of all Sarah and Steve are extremely good hosts, giving us thoughtful suggestions for activities and places to visit and to eat. Highly recommended!

Absolutely fabulous, stunning, gorgeous and any other description of loveliness. Le Mas de Garrigue is situated at the much, much quieter and more bucolic, less touristy end of the Lot river toward the Aveyron. And so much the better for it. It is owned and run by a very warm and friendly Irish couple who salvaged the place about 16 years ago. The photographs on the website really do the place justice - the house and buildings are the epitome of subtle good taste, with antique furnishings side by side with art pieces collected on their travels. The bedrooms are vast, the beds huge (and ridiculously comfortable) and the bathrooms a delight after a long trip, a hefty stroll or a muscle sapping cycle. There is also a delightful swimming pool for anyone with no intention of breaking into a sweat for even a millisecond of their stay. Dinner can be arranged for a supplement on Monday and Thursday evenings only, and reserved in advance. There are plenty of seriously good local bistros in the area in any case, so you won't go hungry. I've travelled fairly extensively around Europe, and it isn't particularly easy finding places like Le Mas de Garrigue that tick all the boxes for such a ludicrously reasonable rate per rooms of this quality, fit out, cool aesthetics and size (larger than most suites) - a chic retreat without the attitude, coffee table books or chill out music piped out day and night. All this and an absolutely brilliant breakfast.